At Orthopedic Associates of Long Island, we’ve seen it all. Every day, someone is guaranteed to come to one of our eight walk-in clinics with a strained or tweaked back, a sprained ankle, a foot or knee injury, or any one of many sports-related injuries. So, what are the leading causes of sports-related injuries? Leading Causes […]
Chronic pain can take a serious toll on your quality of life. For many people for whom other treatments have failed, cortisone injections—also known as steroid injections—offer new hope for relief. It is important to understand what is involved in cortisone injection therapy and how it works. Here is what you should know. What are Cortisone […]
Dislocating your shoulder is a painful event that should immediately be treated by a healthcare professional. If you are injured and have a shoulder dislocation, seeking help from a professional can help rectify the injury. Our physicians will listen to your concerns, evaluate your condition, and determine the best course of action for you. What Is […]
Turf toe is a common sports injury that occurs when the tissue located in the main joint of the big toe is sprained. These sprains typically happen when the toe is jammed or hyperextended by bending too far in the wrong direction. Common Complications of Turf Toe The earlier turf toe is diagnosed and treated, the […]
Stress fractures can be painful and frustrating injuries. Unlike breaks and fractures from acute trauma, stress fractures happen slowly over time as the result of repetitive impact or strain. If you are wondering if you might be at risk for these nuisance injuries, here are some of the most common culprits. Poor Footwear One major cause […]
If you are an athlete who uses repetitive arm motions, such as throwing, you may be at risk for an ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injury. The UCL is located inside your elbow and helps stabilize the joint during activity. Unfortunately, overuse can cause UCL tears and lead to severe pain. Read on to learn more […]
If you have ever struggled with pain in your upper or lower extremities, shoulders, knees, or hips, you may have heard someone talk about cortisone injection therapy and wondered if it could be of help to you. Of course, it would be useful first to know what exactly cortisone injection therapy is and how it works before […]
The National Institutes of Health report that between 5-10% of the US population is affected by snapping hip syndrome. This condition can result in an audible or palpable snapping sensation as the hip joints move. Here is what you should know. Causes and Classifications Snapping hip syndrome is often a result of overuse. However, intramuscular injections and other […]
Snow shoveling is a standard part of winter life in New York, but it is the cause of many back and neck injuries. Over 11,500 people are injured every year shoveling snow, and most injuries can be prevented. In this post, we will show you how to prevent snow-shoveling injuries to protect your back and joints this winter. Choose […]
Winter sports offer exhilarating experiences, but they come with unique risks that can increase the chance of a sports injury. It is important to take additional precautions when practicing any winter activity, whether snowboarding, skiing, or jogging in cold weather with snow and ice. These prevention tips from the Orthopedic Associates of Long Island (OALI) can […]
